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Teriyaki Air Fryer Chicken Skewers

Teriyaki Air Fryer Chicken Skewers deliver juicy, flavorful bites in minutes. Easy, family‑friendly, and perfect for weeknights — try it now!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 22 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Main
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Skewers
  • 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • wooden or metal skewers soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes
Teriyaki Marinade / Glaze
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp mirin or rice wine or substitute with extra juice + sugar
  • 2 Tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp water to mix with cornstarch as slurry
  • pineapple juice or chunks optional, for tropical twist
Garnishes
  • sesame seeds
  • sliced green onions
  • lime wedges optional

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Skewers
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Trim and cube chicken into ~1-inch pieces for even cooking.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
  3. Add chicken to marinade, toss to coat, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to 4).
  4. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using. Preheat air fryer to 380–400°F (190–200°C).
  5. Thread chicken onto skewers, leaving small gaps between pieces.
  6. Place skewers in air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.
  7. Meanwhile, simmer reserved marinade with cornstarch slurry in a saucepan until thickened.
  8. Brush cooked skewers with glaze and optionally broil for 1–2 minutes for caramelization.
  9. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot with lime wedges if desired.

Notes

For best results, don’t overcrowd the basket and use chicken thighs for juicier skewers. Adjust sweetness to taste in glaze. Marinate ahead for deeper flavor.